David E. Shay

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David E. Shay

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As an experienced Kansas City attorney, Dave knows how to effectively evaluate your business scenario, analyze the legal issues that actually matter, and create practical solutions to minimize those risks and help you move forward.

Part of what makes Dave unique is his strong communication skills, which he honed in the journalism industry. His dad ran the local newspaper, he received a B.S. in journalism, and he started his career in radio news.

His legal knowledge, experience, and effective communication skills translate to big benefits for you whether he litigates in the courtroom or advocates in the conference room.

A tough and calm partner in your corner.

Dave has more than 25 years of litigation experience ranging from defending class action cases, complex litigation and Superfund cases involving as many as 300 parties to representing family businesses in disputes with much larger companies. As a result of his years of experience, he knows how to stay calm under pressure and provide well thought out answers and solutions in a timely matter. And he knows how to use all of those skills to fight hard for your rights.

Dave is also actively involved in evaluating risk allocation in contracts as well as Equipment Dealers agreements with manufacturers and lenders. Because of his experience litigating issues under these agreements, he is able to spot the provisions that are likely to lead to future conflict or create a significant hardship and identify solutions to those concerns.

A focus on environmental and toxic litigation.

Dave has represented a wide variety of clients in environmental and toxic litigation ranging from large multi-national corporations to municipalities to single-location retail equipment dealerships. Dave is comfortable with cases involving a scientific focus including medical causation. He has also litigated business disputes regarding contract claims, product liability, fraud, and statutory obligations.

Outside of litigation, Dave’s strong understanding of environmental law allows him to help clients analyze and draft environmental, insurance, and indemnity provisions in transactions. And he can use his knowledge and skills to help you avoid litigation.

Further, when an environmental issue arises in a real estate deal, many parties would prefer to move on and not tackle the issue. However, Dave knows how to get access to state and federal grant money to help clean up environmental messes so deals can stay on track and actually close. It is the ability to distinguish between solvable problems and true deal breakers that sets him apart.

Education

University of Kansas, B.S.J., 1984

University of Kansas, J.D., 1988

Order of the Coif

Law Review

Admissions

Missouri

Kansas Federal Court

Professional Affiliations

American Bar Association

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association

Lawyers Association of Kansas City, Former President of Young Lawyers Section

The Missouri Bar, Former Chair of Environmental and Energy Law Committee

About Us

Seigfreid Bingham is the go-to full-service law firm for privately held companies in Kansas City, the Midwest, and beyond. Our team understands your business, your industry, and what you need from a law firm.